Winter conditions can make soil compact, eroded, or nutrient-poor. Growing this unassuming member of the legume family will help you avoid these gardening woes.
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Pruning doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. A simple three-step rule can help you cut with confidence and keep your plants thriving through every season.
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After flourishing through spring and summer, you might wonder if your hostas are in need of a boost, but fertilizing this way may affect their natural cycle.
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Whether you need pesticides for weeds or ants, you'll want to ensure the product hasn't expired before you use it. There's a general rule to know for sure.
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We often think of succulents as quirky houseplants, but in the right conditions, these beautiful plants can thrive outdoors -- even in cooler climates.
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The exterior of your home is the first impression buyers get of the property. Spruce it up with these projects that promise a solid return on investment.
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If you want a fence around your yard but don't want to spend thousands of dollars, learn about this eco-friendly option. The best part is that it's free!
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A sophisticated, well-trimmed garden can be expensive and hard to maintain, but these flowers will give you an impressive payoff with little effort.
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Tired of empty corners that lack sunlight? This striking plant survives in low light, bringing a burst of color that makes any shaded spot feel intentional.
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Of course you want a full, lush lawn and landscape, but some spots are harder to fill than others. Consider one (or some!) of these perennials to fill the gaps.
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Rhonda Kaiser, author of The Vintage Farmhouse Garden, shares her tips on how to achieve a vintage farmhouse look in the garden while sticking to a budget.
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It is best to bag and compost your raked leaves. Letting the fallen foliage pile up on your lawn can leave you with less than green grass come springtime.
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Many herbs will survive division just fine. However, there's also a handful that will struggle if ripped apart. Learn which to put on your do not touch list.
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Keeping up with all of your outdoor maintenance at once can be a struggle. Break it up throughout the days by performing these tasks once a week.
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Some houseplants need less light than others. Before placing a low-light houseplant in a dark room, make sure you understand how much light it really needs.
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Onions and tomatoes may not seem like natural companions because of their many differences, but there are some benefits of growing them together.
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Dethatch your lawn at the wrong time and you'll harm your grass, making a bad problem worse. But how late can you dethatch before it's a problem?
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Overlooking these easy-to-forget mower maintenance tasks can lead to turfgrass damage, uneven cuts, breakdowns, and a lower life expectancy on your machine.
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Looking for a plant that will thrive under shrubs and trees in your yard? This hosta variety fits the bill and offers great ground coverage to tackle weeds.
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Your lawn is full of holes, scratch marks, and large bird-like footprints. What kind of large avian pest are you dealing with? Or is it even a bird at all?
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This small ornamental tree, which is loved by pollinators, has leaves that start as orange before turning into a lush green that brightens up your yard.
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Turn forgotten kitchen space into something both practical and charming. This surprising spot might be the key to preserving your herb harvest well into fall.
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Make your garden more colorful while attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds with this fast-growing fall perennial that fills in empty spaces.
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Looking for an easy herb to grow in your garden for a slew of benefits year round? Look no further than fragrant rosemary, which thrives in many gardens.
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Desperate to tackle that slug problem in your garden but don't want to use pesticides? A scattering of broken terracotta pots can protect your precious plants.
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Growing your own fruit trees can be extremely rewarding, but it won't like turn out the way you hope when it comes to apple trees. Here's why.
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Some perennials need cold weather exposure before a spring bloom. Discover which two nectar-rich flowers should be planted in the fall to establish themselves.
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